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Roofing Warranties - What Homeowners Need to Know! Tuesday, May 17th, 1:00 PM
What is Important For All Homeowners to Know About A Roofing Warranty!

Brookhaven, United States - May 17, 2022 / Griffin Roofing /

When purchasing a roofing replacement, it is very important to know what you are getting regarding the warranty.

Roof replacements are very expensive and warranties can be very complex, with lots of fine print to be deciphered.

The only way to know what is included in the roof warranty and the degree of protection in the fine print of any included warranties is to discuss it all with the roofer service beforehand to understand it all.

Doing so will help protect your investment and ensure that the new roof lasts as long as it should.

Types of Roofing Warranties

Warranties on a new roofing replacement are complicated to say the least, in part because there are multiple types of warranty that homeowners must be aware of, each one warranting different things.

Overall, there are two main categories, manufacturer’s warranties and contractor's warranties, and within each there may be different sub-categories based on how the contractor and manufacturer offer protection.

Materials or Manufacturers’ Warranties

This warranty covers the quality and functionality of the roofing materials when correctly installed by a qualified roofer service, protecting against defects or other production-related failures.

Though this seems straightforward enough, do know that there are two sub-categories under the category of materials warranties: labor-only and full-system.

Labor-only warranties cover the labor required to have a new roof put on when a materials defect is blamed; but not the actual replacement materials; full-system warranties cover both the labor and materials required for the warranted installation.

Covered materials usually include underlayment, roofing materials, and vents.

Workmanship or Contractor Warranties

This type of warranty covers the quality of the workmanship during a roof replacement by protecting against installation errors.

Workmanship warranties are offered by the contractor doing the work as a guarantee that their employees have been well trained to install the chosen materials correctly.

The roofer service gives their word that if mistakes are made, those mistakes will be corrected at their cost.

Other Important Warranty Details To Notice

Beyond the two main warranty categories, there are still other warranty varieties offered in conjunction or to further define them that include:

  • Original Cost Vs. Prorated - The former will cover up to what the roofing replacement originally cost to install, while the latter covers only a prorated amount based on the roof's age at the time that the problem arises.
  • Standard Vs. Extended - Standard manufacturer's warranties provide a basic limited lifetime of protection that typically includes defect-related failures due to things like high winds, hail, and punctures. Extended or comprehensive warranties offer additional protection for more than just the manufacturer's shingles and some additional components like underlayment, soffit and ridge vents, ice and water barriers, and more.

Additionally, homeowners should confirm with their roofer service details like the expiration dates of the different applicable warranties, what damage is specifically not covered, and what actions or inactions will void the different warranties.

Warranties could be voided by failing to provide specific maintenance required by the manufacturer or roofer or by having a different roofer than the original installer perform repairs or maintenance.

Be Sure A Roofing Warranty Offers Needed Protection

It is important that homeowners discuss all the minute warranty details about their roofing replacement to understand what is and is not covered to plan with their contractor how to protect best the money spent on this expensive home improvement project.

Getting a roof replacement involves more than just the work being performed today; it also consists of the type of protection offered by the different applicable warranties and what must be done to take full advantage of that protection.

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A dependable roofer service such as Griffin Roofing will be able to explain all the fine print that applies to the products being installed and the services being provided in a way that can help homeowners make a highly informed decision.

When looking for experienced and trusted roofers, contact Griffin Roofing for expert roofing replacement and repairs – call them at (404) 998-8984 to schedule an appointment for a roof inspection!

Contact Information:

Griffin Roofing

4062 Peachtree Rd NE Ste A200
Brookhaven, GA 30319
United States

Patrick Griffin
(404) 998-8984
https://griffinroof.com/

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